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Ministry of Defence
Indian Army Celebrates 76th Infantry Day
Infantry Day is commemorated on 27 October every year to acknowledge the contributions of Infantry, the largest fighting arm of the Indian Army. This day has a unique significance for the Nation, as it was on this day in 1947 that Infantry-men from the Indian Army became the first troops to land at Srinagar airport, an act which turned back the invaders from the outskirts of Srinagar and saved the state of Jammu and Kashmir from a Pakistan backed tribal invasion.
As part of the Infantry Day celebrations of 2022, a ‘Wreath Laying’ ceremony was organised at the National War Memorial today to honour the heroes of Infantry, who made the supreme sacrifice in service of the Nation. Gen Anil Chauhan, Chief of Defence Staff, Lt Gen BS Raju, Vice Chief of Army Staff along with Colonels of the Regiments, laid wreaths on this solemn occasion. Three decorated veterans namely Lt Col Ram Singh Saharan Kirti Chakra , Sub Maj & Honorary Capt Yogendra Singh Yadav Param Vir Chakra  and Sep Sardar Singh Vir Chakra  also laid wreaths on behalf of veterans of the Infantry.
Bike rallies from four cardinal directions which had commenced their journey from Udhampur , Ahmedabad , Wellington  & Shillong  to commemorate the 76th year of Srinagar landings as part of Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav, were also flagged-in by the Chief of Defence Staff at the National War Memorial. The bike riders had covered a cumulative distance of over 8000 kilometres over 10 days while interacting with veer naris, veterans, NCC cadets and students enroute to pay tributes to the valour and sacrifices of the Infantry soldiers.
In his message to all Infantrymen, the Director General of Infantry exhorted them to rededicate themselves to the core value of bravery, sacrifice, selfless devotion to duty and professionalism, and to remain indomitable in their resolve to defend the integrity and sovereignty of the Nation.
Ministry of Home Affairs
Citizenship on Basis of Religion
“Citizenship” is listed at serial no. 17 in List 1-Union List in the Seventh Schedule of Constitution of India. Concerned stake-holders i.e, Ministry of Law and Justice, Ministry of Overseas Indian Affairs and security agencies were consulted before introducing The Citizenship Amendment Bill, 2016 in Parliament. The Bill was referred to a Joint Committee of the Parliament which consulted various stakeholders including North Eastern States while examining the Bill.
The Bill is not state-specific. It is applicable to all States and Union Territories. The objective of the Citizenship  Bill, 2019 is to facilitate acquisition of Indian Citizenship by migrants belonging to the six specified communities i.e. Hindu, Sikh, Buddhist, Jain, Parsi and Christian from Afghanistan, Pakistan and Bangladesh, who have taken shelter in India due to persecution on grounds of religion or fear of such persecution in their countries and have entered into India on or before 31.12.2014.
This was stated by the Minister of State for Home Affairs, Shri Kiren Rijiju in a written reply to question in the Rajya Sabha today.
Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways
Shri Mansukh Mandaviya reviews seaplane operation projects
16 Seaplane projects will be the reality soon
Shri Mansukh Mandaviya, Minister of State for Shipping , reviewed the seaplane projects on Indian water bodies today in the ‘Chai pe Charcha’ meeting, a unique and innovative brainstorming meeting platform of the ministry officials to bring about the change in the Indian Maritime Sector.
Seaplane projects will provide faster and hassle free travel option for the long, treacherous and hilly regions of the country. Till now, 16 seaplane routes have been identified under Regional Connectivity Routes under UDAN scheme. Sabarmati and Sardar Sarovar- Statue of Unity route is included in these 16 sea palne routes and hydrographic surveys of this route have been completed.
Shri Mandaviya opined that Sabarmati and Narmada River-Statue of Unity seaplane route will save time and boost tourism, as it provides a bird eye view of Narmda Valley and Statue of Unity. Shri Mandaviya instructed the officials to come up with Indian Model of waterdrome , after thorough study of the Waterdrome infrastructure of the countries like the USA, Canada, Maldives and Australia which suits the Indian rules and regulations for operation of Seaplane.
After detailed deliberations, he directed Sagarmala Development Company Limited  and Inland Waterways Authority of India  to join hands to commence the seaplane operation of the Sabarmati and Statue of Unity route by October, 2020. The Bathymetric and Hydrographic surveys of the seaplane routes to be undertaken by IWAI on behalf of Airport Authority of India will have to be done, latest by September 2020.
IWAI will manage the Project of Seaplane in Inland Waterways and SDCL will manage the Projects of seaplane in Coastal Areas. IWAI and SDCL will coordinate with the Ministry of Shipping, flight operators, Ministry of Tourism as well as DGCA.
Ministry of Jal Shakti
Department of Water Resources, River Development & Ganga Rejuvenation Undertakes Special Campaign To Reduce Pendency & Improve Cleanliness
The Department of Water Resources, River Development & Ganga Rejuvenation , Ministry of Jal Shakti and its organisations are all set to reduce pendency, de-clutter and improve the working space in and around their respective premises through the Special Campaign 3.0 initiative. Special Campaign is being conducted in all Central Ministries/ Departments, attached/subordinate oﬃces of Government of India rom 2nd to 31st October, 2023 under the aegis of Department of Administrative Reforms & Grievances with the aim to expedite the resolution of pending matters and to promote cleanliness in all government offices.
In the DoWR, RD & GR, targets have been ﬁnalized, Nodal oﬃcers have been nominated, review meetings are being taken up at the Secretary level with senior oﬃcials on the progress of the campaign activities and the progress is being updated on the portal on daily basis. Under the Campaign, activities relating to cleanliness, review & simpliﬁcation of rules & procedures, review of record management system, productive use of space, disposal of waste materials for enhancing work place experience are being undertaken. The major achievements of the Department under Special Campaign 3.0 for the week ending 06.10.2023 are as follows:
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Cleanliness Campaign Sites
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275
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97
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2
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Inter-Ministerial References

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1
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0
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3
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Parliament Assurances
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10
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1
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4
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MPs References
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36
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5
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PMO References
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9
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6
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Public Grievances
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65
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9
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7
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Public Grievance Appeals
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19
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8
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Reviewing & weeding out Physical Files
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9
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Rs. 56008/-
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Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways
Shri Sonowal says, India is aiming to increase supply chain efficiency and lowering logistics costs to facilitate achieving the goal of $5 trillion economy by 2025
Maritime India Vision 2030 to ensure coordinated and accelerated growth of India’s maritime sector in the next decade
Union Minister for Ports, Shipping, Waterways and Ayush Shri Sarbananda Sonowal has said that India is aiming to increase the supply chain efficiency and lowering logistics costs which will facilitate India to achieve its well-defined goal of being a $5 trillion economy by 2025. He said, India has one of the largest supply chain and logistics sectors in the world growing at a fast pace. An efficient logistics ecosystem is thought to be a catalyst for improving the competitiveness of all sectors of the economy.
Addressing the virtual CII Partnership Summit 2021 in New Delhi today, the Minister informed that the Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways has prepared a blueprint - Maritime India Vision 2030 , to ensure coordinated and accelerated growth of India’s maritime sector in the next decade with the objective of propelling India to the forefront of the Global Maritime Sector. He said, MIV 2030 has identified initiatives such as developing world-class Mega Ports, trans-shipment hubs and infrastructure modernization of ports. These initiatives would help in lowering overall operational costs of ports, reducing turnaround time for vessels, increasing efficiency and throughput, providing ability to handle larger ships and developing Indian Port’s strategic importance in the South Asian region.
Shri Sonowal added that MIV 2030 envisions an overall investment of Rs 3 to 3.5 lakh crore across ports, shipping, and inland waterways categories. He said, this vision roadmap is estimated to help unlock Rs. 20,000+ crore worth of potential annual revenue for Indian Ports. Further, it is expected to create an additional 20 lakh plus jobs  in the Indian maritime sector.
Ministry of Information & Broadcasting
Do not give platform to persons charged with serious crimes including terrorism: Ministry of I&B advises television channels
The Ministry of Information and Broadcasting has today issued an advisory to television channels to refrain from providing any platform to persons against whom there are charges of serious crimes including terrorism or belonging to organisations proscribed by law.
The advisory has been issued in light of a recent discussion on a television channel of a person in a foreign country against whom there are serious cases of crime including terrorism, belonging to an organization which has been proscribed by law in India. During the discussion the person had made several comments which are detrimental to the sovereignty/integrity of the country, security of India, friendly relations of India with a foreign state and also have the potential of disturbing public order in the country.
The Ministry has categorically stated that the Government upholds media freedom and respects its rights under theConstitution, but at the same time the content telecast by TV channels must adhere to the provisions of the Cable Television Networks  Act, 1995 including sub section  of Section 20.
The detailed advisory is available at the link below
https://new.broadcastseva.gov.in/digigov-portal-web-app/Upload?flag=iframeAttachView&attachId=140712323&whatsnew=true
Ministry of Education
Adhinams visit Kashi Vishwanath
Union Education and Skill Development Shri Dharmendra Pradhan gave a grand welcome to 9 Adhinams in Kashi Vishwanath Temple amidst the chants of "Har-Har Mahadev"
Centuries old relationship between Kashi and Tamil is being revived: Dharmendra Pradhan
Everyone is mesmerized by the splendour of Kashi Vishwanath Corridor, and praising Prime Minister Narendra Modi's efforts to make it possible
On the eve of Kashi Tamil Sangamam, Varanasi, the city of Mahadev reverred the great meeting of two cultures. The occasion became the arrival of Adhinams from Tamil Nadu. Like nine gems, the city of Kashi gave a grand welcome to the 9 Adhinams according to their traditions. On their arrival in Kashi, all the Adhinams first visited Shri Kashi Vishwanath.
Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan welcomed all the Adhinams. On the arrival of Adhinams , the grand Vishwanath Corridor resounded with the chants of 'Har Har Mahadev'.
Shri Pradhan said, it was the personal wish of Prime Minister Narendra Modi that the relations of knowledge and culture that has existed among the Kashi and Tamil to be taken to the people.
He added, that this event of Kashi Tamil Sangamam is going to be historic as the age-old relationship between Kashi and Tamil is being revived anew. He said that true tribute will be paid to poet Subramaniam Bharti through the event.
The religious leaders of Tamil Nadu were also overwhelmed by their rousing reception. Everyone was elated after seeing the divine light of Baba Kashi Vishwanath. Along with the formal darshan-worship, all the Shaiv Mathadhishes saw the Kashi Vishwanath Corridor and were mesmerized by its amazing texture and beauty.
The religious leaders praised Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi for construction of the beautiful corridor. They said that because of the virtuous yoga of Kashi Tamil Sangamam, they got the opportunity to visit Kashi. They added that the city of Lord Shankar situated on the banks of Maa Ganga is wonderful and the more you understand it, the more your curiosity increases. Guruji of Dharmapuram Shaiva Math said that in the 6th century the representatives of his Math had come to Kashi, and Kumarasamy Math of Dharmapuram Adhinam has a deep connection with the city of Kashi.
Ministry of Defence
Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh to visit Italy & France to further strengthen India’s defence ties with the two European nations
Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh will visit Italy and France from October 09 to 12, 2023. During the first leg of his two-nation visit, the Raksha Mantri is scheduled to meet Italian Defence Minister Mr Guido Crosetto in Rome. The relationship between India and Italy was elevated to Strategic Partnership in March 2023 during the visit of the Italian Prime Minister to India.
During the second & final leg, Shri Rajnath Singh will conduct the 5th Annual Defence Dialogue with his counterpart, French Minister of Armed Forces Mr Sebastien Lecornu in Paris. India and France recently celebrated 25 years of Strategic Partnership. Both countries enjoy a deep and wide-ranging bilateral defence relationship, including significant industrial cooperation.
In both Rome and Paris, the Raksha Mantri will also interact with the defence industry CEOs and senior representatives to discuss potential opportunities for industrial cooperation.
Ministry of Railways
Nearly 1,600 Kisan Rail services operated since launch of the service in August, 2020
Approx. 5.2 lakh tonnes of perishables including fruits and vegetables transported
In compliance to the announcement made in Union Budget 2020-21, Kisan Rail trains have been introduced by Indian Railways to enable speedy movement of perishables including fruits, vegetables, meat, poultry, fishery and dairy products from production or surplus regions to consumption or deficient regions. Kisan Rail services are time tabled as well as demand based.
Since the launch of first Kisan Rail service on 7th August 2020 and upto 19th November 2021, Indian Railway have operated 1,586 Kisan Rail services, transporting approximately 5.2 lakh tonnes of perishables including onion, banana, potato, garlic, pomegranate, oranges, capsicum, cabbage, cauliflower, and other fruits and vegetables. These services have operated from the states of Andhra Pradesh, Assam, Gujarat, Karnataka, Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, Punjab, Telangana, Tripura, Uttar Pradesh and West Bengal.
Potential circuits for movement of Kisan Rail services are identified in consultation with Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare and Agriculture/Animal Husbandry/Fisheries Departments of State Governments as well as local bodies and agencies, Mandis etc., and based on demand, rakes are provided on priority for running of Kisan Rail services.
So far, no difficulties have been faced during the transportation of goods through Kisan rail services. Halts, number of trips and composition of time-tabled Kisan Rail services and introduction of new services are finalized in consultation with farmers and consignors.
This information was given by Union Minister of Railways, Communications and Electronics & Information Technology, Shri Ashwini Vaishnaw in a written reply in Lok Sabha today.
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Ministry of Labour & Employment
Chief Labour Commissioner of India reviews implementation of Labour Laws and new Labour Codes with Project officials in Srinagar
Chief Labour Commissioner of India Shri DPS Negi reviewed the status of sensitization and implementation of labour laws in labour codes in various developmental projects in Srinagar today. In separate meeting with State Government and senior project officials from Airports Aurhority Of India , NHPC, BRO, NHIDCL, Power Grid, HPCL, CPWD, etc., Shri Negi enquired about the prevailing labour issues at their project sites. He also studies different activities undertaken there.
Senior officers of state Government and GMs in-charge of the projects briefed the CLC regarding the compliance with various labour laws. Shri Negi expressed satisfaction about the compliance status of labour laws at their projects. He explained to the officials and contractors about the importance of implementation of labour laws and new labour codes. He elucidated how compliance with new labour codes is a win-win situation for all - the Government, the employees and the employers. He emphasised and elaborated the keenness of GOI to ensure the safety, security and welfare of all sections of workers - in both the organised and unorganised sectors. Shri Negi told the officials present that it is all the more important to implement Labour Codes because majority are PSUs of GOI and they all must keep in mind the last worker who is standing in line.
Shri Negi will also visit Kargil and Leh on 19th & 20th July 2021 to have interactions and meetings.
Ministry of Home Affairs
Union Home Minister, Shri Amit Shah has extended his greetings to the people on the occasion of the Jagannath Rath Yatra
“I extend my warm greetings to all, on the auspicious occasion of Jagannath Rath Yatra” – Union Home Minister
“May Maha Prabhu, Jagganath, bless everyone with good health, joy and prosperity” – Shri Amit Shah
“May Bhagwan Jagannath continue to shower his blessings on all of us and help the country get rid of Corona pandemic soon. Jai Jagannath” – Shri Amit Shah
Union Home Minister, Shri Amit Shah has extended his greetings to the people on the occasion of Jagannath Rath Yatra today. In his tweet he has said, “I extend my warm greetings to all, on the auspicious occasion of Rath Yatra. May Maha Prabhu, Jagganath, bless everyone with good health, joy and prosperity. May Bhagwan Jagannath continue to shower his blessings on all of us and help the country get rid of Corona pandemic soon. Jai Jagannath”
Yesterday, Union Home Minister had hailed the Supreme Court ruling on the Puri Rath Yatra. Shri Amit Shah had said, the entire nation is delighted by the decision of the Honourable Supreme Court to ensure that Rath Yatra goes on. Union Home Minister said, it made him as well as crores of devotees across India happy that the Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi not only understood the sentiment of the devotees but also initiated consultations which ensured that the great traditions of our land continue.
Ministry of Defence
EXPANSION ACTIVITIES IN BEL
As part of expansion of the existing unit, BEL has taken up establishment of an Advance Night Vision Products Factory in Nimmaluru Village, Pamarru Mandal, Krishna District of Andhra Pradesh in an area of around 50 acres, to cater to the futuristic requirements for Night Vision Products. The new factory is likely to create direct and indirect employment for around 500 people.
This information was given by Raksha Rajya Mantri Shri Ajay Bhatt in a written reply to Shri Kanakamedala Ravindra Kumar in Rajya Sabha on March 21, 2022.
Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways
Shipping Ministry reduces port tariff rates ranging from 60% to 70% for Cruise Ships
Decision will support the cruise industry and domestic cruise tourism from the adverse economic impacts due to COVID-19 pandemic: Shri Mandaviya
Ministry of Shipping has rationalized tariff rates for the Cruise vessels. The net effect of the rate relaxation would be an immediate reduction in port charges ranging from 60% to 70%, which will give substantial relief to the cruise industry in India, in line with the government policy to support the economy in COVID-19 pandemic situation.
Following are the rationalized tariff rates for cruise vessels:
- The port charges for a Cruise Ship to be charged at $0.085 per GRT  instead of $0.35 of current rate, for first 12 hours stay  and $5 per passenger . The Ports will not charge any other rate like berth hire, port dues, pilotage, passenger fee, etc.
- For the period exceeding 12 hours stay, the fixed charges on cruise ships will be equal to the Berth Hire Charges payable as per SOR  .
iii. Further, cruise ships making
A. 1-50 calls per year to get 10% rebate.
B. 51-100 calls per year to get 20% rebate.
C.above 100 calls per year to get 30% rebate.
The above rationalized tariff shall be immediately effective for a period of one year.
With a view to provide support to the cruise shipping business, which has been very adversely affected due to the Covid-19 pandemic, the right policy environment and infrastructure for the growth of cruise shipping and tourism will be provided. Due to policy support by Shipping Ministry since 2014,the number of call made by Cruise Ships in India has increased from 128 in 2015-16 to 593 in 2019-20. This rationalization would also help to ensure that cruise calls at Indian Ports do not dry up completely.
Shri Mansukh Mandaviya, Union Minister of State for Shipping  said the decision is the result of the efforts being made by the Ministry of Shipping to convert the vision of Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi into reality by putting India on the map of global cruise market,both for ocean & river cruises. “It will be a big support for the cruise tourism in India, which has suffered tremendously due to the adverse economic impacts of COVID-19 pandemic. It will provide the opportunity to earn huge amount of foreign exchange and generate sizeable direct and indirect onshore employment in cruise tourism sector of India”, the Minister added.